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Today's picks

2011-08-15T19:48:00.000-07:00

The movie The Help starting Emma Stone inspired me to do this post based on the 1960s Souther belles.

To create a chic, yet vintage look I am sharing a few of my favorite pieces from Topshop, Asos, KEP jewerly, and Victory Heritage glasses.

This dress is ultra feminine, pair it with red pumps and you can't go wrong.

This denim shirt is fun because it can be worn with flare pants to create a more modern look, or skinnys.

These sunglasses are a major major craving for me right now. They a add vintage touch to any modern outfit.

I love this dress so much. The length is conservative, but the fit makes it super sexy. Add a belt like in the photo to accentuate the waist.

1960s was the decade of pearls. Why not add a fun twist with a bold necklace like this one from KEP.

xoxo

Mascara review

2011-08-14T19:15:00.000-07:00

Let's face it finding a Mascara that actually works is tough. I have tried countless kinds and have yet to find my favorite one. Dior show is great but after a few applications it becomes too sticky, and it breaks my wallet as I constantly try to replace it. Then, on Lauren Conrad's site I found Maybelline Full and Soft as a suggestion for $5 and decided to give it a chance.

I am pleased to inform you that it does the trick! It separates while adding volume and length.

I am also adding here a short guide to my morning "natural" makeup routine, hopefully you guys find it useful.

Do you have a favorite beauty product? Please share!

xoxo

Rachel Zoe is reading my mind

2011-08-14T18:15:00.000-07:00

I have been wanting a pair of black stretch ankle booties for the oh.so.near fall.
Rachel Zoe happens to have a pair in her collection that fits my description like a glove.
Meet Audrey..

Rachel also has unveiled a few looks from her Sophomore collection, and while staying true to her 70s babe aesthetic her pieces have an incredibly chic vibe. I am specially loving the berry maxi and the mod cream dress.

Did I mention her collection is moderately priced?

Happy shopping ladies

xoxo

All that glitters

2011-08-02T22:03:00.000-07:00

Jewelry update:

I've always been a fan of sparkle, and in that department Swarovski always delivers.

These two pieces are fresh from their fall collection and I can honestly say the pictures do them very little justice.

I already own the Louise ring in a red tone, but the wrap around style and black and white contrast make it a must have for the fall season.

As for the chic ring... did I mention purple is the new cobalt blue? (meaning the most dominant color on everything fashion, at least until its reign is overthrown by another hue).

and there you have it!

Shine away!

Pigalle

2011-07-03T06:24:00.003-07:00

As if we need another reason to like her, Rosie Huntington has proven that she belongs to the "pigalle wearing celebrity cult."
Obviously, the girl loves her nude pigalle plato's, but she was also spotted wearing black patent leather while on Letterman's show.

Fun fact: Did you know Pigalle is an area in Paris named after sculptor Jean Baptise-Pigalle? and that
it is famous for its night life and home to cabarets such as Moulin Rouge? Oh, also it was home to Picasso, and Van Gogh.

Christian Louboutin high heel shoes, $1,095
Christian Louboutin patent pumps, $695
Christian Louboutin patent leather pumps, £375

Latest crush

2011-07-03T05:55:00.000-07:00

I am a sucker for ankle booties, and in that field the House of Dior deserves a standing ovation.
These Fall 2011 beauties toughen up the flirty dresses and ultra feminine touch that are staples to the brand, demonstrating that
the Dior girl is not just a one trick pony, and she has the shoes to prove it.

Christian Dior ankle booties (see more bootie boots)

Jewelry find

2011-07-03T05:41:00.001-07:00

I came across this Greek jewelry brand (Folli Follie) while browsing Vogue Espana.

At first I thought it would be completely out of my price range because the featured key necklaces looked exquisitely done, but I was happily surprised. Their average prices are from $50-$140, and most of their pieces are rose gold plated.

Here are some of my favorites:

Happy shopping!!

Back to blogging

2011-06-28T19:38:00.000-07:00

It is undeniable, I miss you guys!!!
So here is the latest of what I have been working on.
It is called B Magazine. What started as a college project turned into a life consumable pleasure. I enjoyed every bit of the experience: the sleepless nights, the hair pulling, and stress it was all worth it at the end.
I learned of the hard work that goes into these publications and that is more planning than what we readers think.

New celebrity craze

2011-03-19T06:19:00.000-07:00

Celebrities seem to love their Daffodil pumps.
It's true that an extra 6.5 inches with a 2.5 platform sounds like quite the deal. But, for some reason I don't see the beauty in these shoes. They look a little odd to me, and too bulky for my taste. Am I the only on who feels this way? or should I get with the program?

Love...

Here are some celeb shots

On the shoulder

2011-01-26T22:25:00.000-08:00

If you want to make an ordinary outfit ultra chic add a cardigan or blazer over your shoulders without really putting it on. It will give your clothes that "from rags to riches" look instantaneously.

Happy New Year!

2011-01-15T08:21:00.000-08:00

Hello my loves! Happy New Year to all!!

I recently came back from a trip to New York City.
New York always inspires me to dress it up a little, even during the morning.

Here are some of the highlights

(you know I had to see the shoe sales at Barneys!!!)

military never gets old.

I always find a reason to wear this belt

my try at menswear

enjoying this stunning marc jacobs dress..if only I could afford it lol

yayyy my first pair of tribute pumps!!

trying to be brave for fashion.. legs out in the freezing cold NYC weather.

xoxo,

shoegossipgirl ;)

Yet another fabulous finding

2010-12-09T21:05:00.000-08:00

I've missed you guys.
Look! I found this amazing sequins dress from Elie Tahari for $20 in TJMaxx.
Those who look find ;)

xoxo

Happy Holidays

Christina Aguilera is one lucky lady

2010-11-26T21:14:00.000-08:00

This is way too much!

He seriously needs to stop being so amazing!

I finally got a look at the Christian Louboutin's heels he created for the movie Burlesque.
and stunning is simply an understatement.

they remind me of the Tsar for spring 2010...

.... but on fashion steroids

drool on.

xoxo

shoegossipgirl

A very Waldorf thanksgiving

2010-11-26T21:04:00.000-08:00

For this year's Thanksgiving dinner I decided to go back to my Waldorf roots.
Unfortunately this was the only picture I took :/

xoxo

shoegossipgirl

dress: rachel roy

check out this little number!

2010-11-26T20:56:00.000-08:00

My fabulous Black Friday finding!

I am beyond excited. I got this Brian Reyes dress at a sample sale today for only $199.oo. The dress is usually 1200.00. wow! I know! The dress is from his 2010 spring collection.

... and did I mention how much I adore the creative genius that is Brian Reyes?

Thank you Black Friday.

I can't wait to show you guys in a photoshoot. There might be one coming really soon ;)

If it is not Pucci..its Donna Morgan

2010-11-07T15:54:00.001-08:00

I am a total Pucci fan, but since most of my money is spent on shoes I have to go for the "chic yet affordable" strategy when it comes to clothes.
So for lack of a Pucci dress I bought myself a Donna Morgan dress that looks just like if it was out of Emilio's spring runway.
This is the dress..see the resemblance?

I also went to her website and there are a lot of cute affordable pieces like this one.

Happy shopping!

the puffier the better!

2010-10-21T07:19:00.000-07:00

You guys know I am a sucker for puffy ballerina dresses.

Check out this pretty little number for Zara.

I paired it with Mary Janes for a fun yet out together look.

They are not just shoes, the stories behind them make them special

2010-09-04T07:31:00.000-07:00

"I am a firm believer in destiny and from the moment I saw these shoes I knew they were meant to be mine".

Most people will tell you that their love for shoes is a life long trait that develops when they first try mom's heels by the age of 4... and I agree. I also remember falling a couple of times running to meet my mom at the door with the click clacking of her own heels, then six times bigger than my feet. But that was just love, the obsession came in later; and as far as I can remember this obsession became part of me on a Sunday afternoon halfway through a bowl of ice cream the Sex and the City series.

As soon as I saw those pink Louboutin sandals I just knew. I looked and looked everywhere with no luck; of course I should have know I was not going to find a pair of shoes from the 90's.

Finally I realized my wishful thinking and started buying other styles and colors until one day in one of my many "carrie bradshaw pink louboutin sandals" google search I found the Mount Street petal sandals.

So similar and yet much more me. The search was over and I felt the relieve. So I called and called and called numerous places and nobody had these shoes all I would get was "these were last season" answers.

By this second heartbreak I'll admit I forgot about them and that brings me to my quote

"I am a firm believer in destiny and from the moment I saw these shoes I knew they were meant to be mine".

One day window shopping around Neiman Marcus on the sales rack, a little dusty, the petals crumpled together and half a size smaller were my perfect shoes. I even had no money at the time to splurge but how could I say no? so I said yes!

MISSING

2010-08-28T11:37:00.000-07:00

Emergency alert to all Fashionistas!

These babies are missing from my shoe closet!!! and are no where to be found!

I saw these Nicholas Kirkwood lace leather booties in the Nordstrom spread of the Sep. issue Vogue, but I can't find them anywhere online..

and I really really need to have them.

If you happen to have any information, please let me know.

Sincerely,

a shoe rehab drop out.

Its time for lady Gaga to put her pants back on

2010-08-23T05:19:00.000-07:00

Menswear is something that has fascinated us women for quite some time. We try to incorporate the trend here and there, but sometimes we fall short. What is it about wearing an empowering pant suit we are so afraid of?
I think its the idea of losing our precious femininity after years of dresses ruling the catwalk.
But we must not be afraid of the pant suit any longer, because it has been brought back and reinvented to suit almost every taste.
Coco Chanel created a pant suit in 1933, and girls like Olivia Palermo wear one today. However, little did I know that the pant suit was also popular in the 40's, 50's, 60's and 70's.

However, it was Armani that was king of the trend during the 80's after seeing some of his designs this year I think the brand and has come back to regain its title.

It was also seen at Chanel 2011 resort, Balmain rtw 2010 and Donna Karan to mention a few.

Now the question is.. is sleeker silhouettes and tailoring at its best what it takes for us to wear a pant suit?

You tell me!

xoxo

Quick fix

2010-08-22T19:53:00.000-07:00

Hi guys:

As I was coming back from the mall I realized I lost my camera's memory card..but luckily my mac did the trick (which apparently is cutting my head off).

But oh well.. at least you guys get to see the ~~outfit~~ good stuff .

I have been trying to wear a lot of white lately because come fall there won't be any of it in my closet. As for shoes I was wearing nude Zara bow pumps.

and there you have it.

xoxo

Zara shirt,shorts, and shoes, Paul smith frames,Michael Kors watch, Banana Republic bangles, and Aldo ring.

Hot and right now!

2010-08-21T19:02:00.000-07:00

Totally loving the skinny cargo pant look.

Very right now.

Very cool casual.

Very in.

Very must have.

... and after so many very's and not enough $ I decided to shop for less and found my perfect pair at Bebe for $ 119.00. Unfortunately I couldn't find any pictures online but I will be wearing them very soon.

If you want something similar to Leighton you can try these 7 for all man kind for $ 169.00

Rihanna who was also spotted doting the trend is wearing J brand Houlihan skinnys which cost approximately $ 230.00

So soldier drop it and give me 50!.. comments that is :)

xoxo

Designers doing good

2010-08-15T08:35:00.000-07:00

It is so nice to see designers who make good use of their fame!
We all already know that DVF is a one of them, and she has proven it once again by designing hospital gowns for Cleveland Clinic.

The idea came about when Diane met CEO Toby Cosgrove, at a networking conference in 2007.

The patients needed something a little bit more comfortable than the standard hospital gown, and Diane agreed to be part of the change.

So, she did what she does best and reinvented the gowns to something that allowed more coverage and gave it a little pizzazz with a happy print.

Don't we just love her?

xoxo

Guilt trip

2010-08-08T20:25:00.000-07:00

I just hit me that the end of my summer is around the corner, and although I thoroughly enjoy the warm weather, the easy flowy dresses, and the sun baked skin I must admit there is nothing I love more than Fall fashion.

It starts growing on me about mid-August. It's sort of a mental thing right now nothing summery interests me, but instead my attention has been turned to something I am not very proud to admit.. fur.

I am aware that animals should not be slaughtered for the sake of fashion, but the coats are just so breathtaking that I find myself forgetting what they are made out of.

I have been reluctant to shop for one, because I find it somewhat unethical, but at the sight of an Oscar de la Renta I might perhaps start changing my mind. I feel guilty for even saying it!

To both be guilt free and satisfy my fashion craving I have decided that faux fur might just be the way to go.

.. and by the looks of the latest Chanel fall campaign it is resembling the real deal more than ever before. In fact its almost hard to tell the difference.

So what would you be this winter.

Will you be fur free or not?

Ring leader

2010-08-07T13:24:00.000-07:00

There is a trend that I am loving right now and I call it the "many rings trend".
Basically, you put all of your favorite rings together and wear them. It's not really an easy trend to follow because there has to be some sort of harmony between the jewelry, otherwise it would look awkward and unbalanced.
But when the look is achieved right it looks unbelievably stylish.

These two ladies got it right!

My best advise is combine the simple with the out there. Maybe two extravagant rocks and two simple bands, with a funky one in between. Don't be afraid to combine silver and gold, it gives it that little bit of extra daring edge.

I also really like the Pandora rings to do these crazy combinations.